what should i expect post surgery?

[DonnyMac (imported)]

I got mine from www.globaldrug.tv -- then told my Dr. She turned out to be very positive and supportive to my surprise. Got a bone-density scan and take calcium. That was her only concern. I am the type who puts off taking anything for even a headache. But my wife and I see such great results I have no problems with DP.

Don

[homptydumpty (imported)]

1) Who's doing the surgery, no b.s. that you can't tell us, you can if it's not a back street cutter. Who's your psychologist? Only Kimmel will castrate without one. We all know that that's true, there are no exceptions unless you're going to the ORR in Belgium.

2) Are you a Transgendered person or don't you know for sure?

3) When is your surgery date?

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1> The legendary Dr.Kimmel will perform the surgery.

2> I do associate as transgender.

3> The surgery is October 18.

z

[Hash (imported)]

O.K. then, here's the deal. Dr. Kimmel will exhaust you with his knowledge regarding the surgery itself. He will talk your ears off and answer every question with such detail that you will be amazed and enlightened. He will give you specific aftercare instructions that if you follow them you will be fine. But I must caution you on the effects of castration. Depression can become so severe that it can be deadly. I propose that you find a friend or someone who can be there with you a few days after your surgery, you'll need to tell them what's happening to you. What I'm saying is that you'll need a very supportive person. Someone you trust, someone who can take you to the doctor if necessary. Wish you the very best. Hash

[homptydumpty (imported)]

I do have a person coming along with me for the surgery. My mother would have never let me go alone and is happy to assist me post op. with everything. She is an amazing woman who understands and supports me with my decision.

I would only be doing harm to my body to hold off longer on this life changing alteration. Some things are meant to be, and this I have made my mind on is not something I can put off any longer.

As the date comes nearer I am giddy with anticipation

z

[BudleyBare (imported)]

Our situations are totally different, e.g., age, reason(s) for castration, timing, etc. There have been many good postings to your initial inquiry, including those of Jesus, Kristoff, The Fraj, etc. (and many others, please do not feel slighted). It appears that you are seriously considering the feedback. That makes me feel a bit less concerned about your pending permanent change.

Since you appear to be open with sharing your thoughts, emotions, feelings, etc., might I suggest that you continue to document your experiences post surgery so that you can document the answers to your questions and perhaps help others. I did this in my rather lengthy thread

(http://www.eunuch.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=

8793), which has been kind of a therapeutic for me, and hopefully of benefit to others. One thing I know for sure, you will find many very supportive people here who will help you.

I do wish you all the best in your journey.

[Kangan (imported)]

I'm glad to hear that you will have proper surgery and support afterwards.

By all means keep us informed of your operation and the changes afterwards. This community needs all the feedback that it can get in order to be better informed in the future.

Good luck!

[erikboy (imported)]

what pops into my mind is that people tend to change their minds. Throughout their lives.

Despite I still have my testicles I still think that I must have been castrated much earlier. Why I am not done yet is a different story.

It might have been different, if I really was castrated at young age. It could be that I was wanting to have my balls. Who knows...

My point is that, you never know what is universally good for you. You change your mind over time. You may regret things that you have done. But that does not mean should do nothing, or avoid doing things that you are absolutely sure about at the moment. Because you never know. You could be happy after 30 years, you could be not so happy after 30 years.

But there is still life to live, until you reach this time after 30 years and you might like this period in your life before getting old and wise.

Anyway people do get killed at young age which is much more worse. No life after that. No life at all to think about or do things not right.

remember average age of soldiers in vietnam was 19 who got killed. That was completely normal... Well it wasn't, but officially it was ok to get killed.

just my thoughts... no offence.

[kristoff]

what pops into my mind is that people tend to change their minds. Throughout their lives.

Despite I still have my testicles I still think that I must have been castrated much earlier. Why I am not done yet is a different story.

It might have been different, if I really was castrated at young age. It could be that I was wanting to have my balls. Who knows...

My point is that, you never know what is universally good for you. You change your mind over time. You may regret things that you have done. But that does not mean should do nothing, or avoid doing things that you are absolutely sure about at the moment. Because you never know. You could be happy after 30 years, you could be not so happy after 30 years.

But there is still life to live, until you reach this time after 30 years and you might like this period in your life before getting old and wise.

Anyway people do get killed at young age which is much more worse. No life after that. No life at all to think about or do things not right.

remember average age of soldiers in vietnam was 19 who got killed. That was completely normal... Well it wasn't, but officially it was ok to get killed.

just my thoughts... no offence.

Thank you, Erik. This is reflective of the notion that age is NOT an issue, at least to me, provided that there is extensive thought, reflection, DISCUSSSION with others, thorought education, etc., about our choices. One sometyimes simply has to take the chance of making choices, young or old. Just do them well-informed, please.

I most certainly wish you well and best luck in your choices, endeavors, and desires, H.D.

[Hash (imported)]

Hompty,

I was excited too, as the day for my castration approached. Wish you all the best. What's interesting is that when I got to Kimmel's office, there was a mother waiting in the waiting room for her son. She was pleasant to talk with and also supportive. She was not at all disturbed by what her son was doing, just concerned for his well being. I have found that women especially are more supportive and understanding when it comes to castration. Kimmel and some others being the exception. Please share your experience with Dr. Kimmel, give us your thoughts about him and what you think of his new office. Tommorrow is the big day, enjoy the ride. Hash

[JeffEunuch (imported)]

I was excited too, as the day for my castration approached. Wish you all the best. What's interesting is that when I got to Kimmel's office, there was a mother waiting in the waiting room for her son. She was pleasant to talk with and also supportive. She was not at all disturbed by what her son was doing, just concerned for his well being. I have found that women especially are more supportive and understanding when it comes to castration. Kimmel and some others being the exception. Please share your experience with Dr. Kimmel, give us your thoughts about him and what you think of his new office. Tommorrow is the big day, enjoy the ride. Hash

I luv the note about the mother awaiting her son's emergence from castration surgery. I've noted that many women are a lot more at ease about the loss of gonads, both their own and men's. This may stem from their life experiences with their gonads and society's attitudes towards them. In the case of men, we know they may be more connected to their sexuality. Many men - not all we also know - require testosterone to remain sexual. In any event, it's always comforting to witness parents that are accepting of their children, regardless of their choices - in this case the choice of voluntarily losing their balls - or gender or sexual orientation. I know I'm lucky to have a BF that's fully accepting of my empty crotch and absence of balls and family and friends that are also accepting of my own sexuality.

And yes, Hompty, best of luck, and we hope you'll meet with similar acceptance and support in your life.